Meet the 2024 Ontario Made Award Finalists
The Ontario Made Awards celebrate manufacturers and retailers dedicated to helping consumers and businesses make informed choices while promoting the sale and visibility of...
From Summer Job to Lifelong Passion: Chris Mota's Journey in Manufacturing
At just 16, Chris Mota began his journey into the manufacturing industry as a summer job, which eventually led him to his current role as a Concrete Finisher at MCON...
Sandra and Jamie Gallaway, Founders & Owners, Blue Coast Bitters
Sandra and Jamie, the dynamic duo behind Blue Coast Bitters, are turning heads in the cocktail world with their handcrafted bitters, made with passion in Sarnia, Ontario....
Kristy Miller, Founder and CEO, The Scented Market
Kristy's journey into the manufacturing sector began with a personal quest to create clean, beautiful candles that wouldn't leave soot in her home. Frustrated by the lack of...
Colleen Lowe, Founder & Owner, Enfleurage Organics
Nestled in Oakville, Ontario, Colleen Lowe’s journey into the world of organic body care began with an unexpected twist. For over 25 years, Colleen has been the driving...
Denise Sutherland, Certified Aromatherapist and Formulator, Lotus Natural Living
Denise began her journey in manufacturing over 20 years ago, motivated by the need to provide her family with safer options for toxic products. Her son was born with a cleft...
Carlos & Sandra Flores, Founders & Owners, No.7 Mexican Hot Sauce
In 2013, No.7 Mexican Hot Sauce Inc. was founded with a passion for flavour. Fast forward to 2024, and the company has expanded its operations to include a state-of-the-art...
Matt Hammond, Founder & Owner, Rimjobs & Meat Rub Co.
Sourcing locally grown peppers, Rimjobs & Meat Rub Co., based in London, Ontario, specializes in smoking, dehydrating, and grinding them into unique blends to produce...
Naneen Keenan, Master Canner/Owner, County Fare
In 2012, Naneen launched her quaint retail shop in Picton, Ontario, during the annual "Maple in the County" festival. What started as a small home canning venture quickly...
Anthony Zhou, CEO, Canada Masq Corporation
Anthony’s journey into manufacturing began in response to the critical need for locally produced personal protective equipment (PPE) during the COVID-19 pandemic. As a...
HARD-LINE Employees
When HLS HARD-LINE SOLUTIONS INC., part of Hexagon, asked some of their employees what they love most about working in manufacturing, here’s what they had to say: ...
Racer Machinery – Ontario Made Expertise for the Next Generation
Racer Machinery , a family-run business based in Cambridge, Ontario, is a shining example of the Ontario Made program. They're not just building top-notch CNC machines,...
Powering the Future: K-Line Insulators’ Ontario Made Success Story
As you glance up at the power lines in your neighbourhood, it’s easy to overlook the integral role played by locally crafted components in delivering electricity to your...
Jo-Lynn Hoffmann – Leading Success at Topax Protektive Packaging
With a wealth of experience spanning over 40 years, Jo-Lynn Hoffmann, CEO of Topax Protektive Packaging , has been at the forefront of driving the company’s success. With...
Crafting Joy in Every Sip: The Daymaker Coffee Story
Step into the world of Daymaker Coffee Roasters , an Ontario-based coffee manufacturer that goes beyond simply brewing coffee. Founded in 2022, Daymaker embodies the values...
The Rise and Shine of Lazy Daisy’s
It all started with humble roots. Growing up on a farm in Midhurst, Ontario, Dawn, the founder of Lazy Daisy's , developed a deep-rooted connection to the land and a love...
Crafting Legacy: The Story Behind Coats by Mary Ellen
In a world where fast fashion dominates, there's something enduringly special about craftsmanship passed down through generations. In its second and third generation of coat...
The Great Canadian Sox Story
How focusing on "Made in Canada" paid off for a family-owned sock business Nestled in Ontario lies a legacy – a tale woven by The Great Canadian Sox Company. Since its...
Suzanne Soto-Davies, Founder & Owner, TRUU by Nature Canada
Suzanne manufactures her company's hair care products in their own good manufacturing practice (GMP) Lab in Burlington. It's a great way to control the quality of their...
Ali Mansouri and Dung Huynh, Owners & Operators, Gabe Clothing
After immigrating from Iran, Ali Mansouri started working as a clothing pattern maker and production manager. Eventually, in 1999, Ali Mansour opened up Gabe Clothing, which...